Parallel Bible results for Proverbs 16:12-15

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Proverbs 16:12-15

NRS 12
It is an abomination to kings to do evil, for the throne is established by righteousness.
NIV 12
Kings detest wrongdoing, for a throne is established through righteousness.
NRS 13
Righteous lips are the delight of a king, and he loves those who speak what is right.
NIV 13
Kings take pleasure in honest lips; they value a man who speaks the truth.
NRS 14
A king's wrath is a messenger of death, and whoever is wise will appease it.
NIV 14
A king's wrath is a messenger of death, but a wise man will appease it.
NRS 15
In the light of a king's face there is life, and his favor is like the clouds that bring the spring rain.
NIV 15
When a king's face brightens, it means life; his favor is like a rain cloud in spring.

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New International Version

Proverbs 16:12-15

NIV 12
Kings detest wrongdoing, for a throne is established through righteousness.
NIV 13
Kings take pleasure in honest lips; they value a man who speaks the truth.
NIV 14
A king's wrath is a messenger of death, but a wise man will appease it.
NIV 15
When a king's face brightens, it means life; his favor is like a rain cloud in spring.